Kick off the new year with hikes at two area parks on Wednesday, January 1. VanDamme State Park hosts an introduction to mushroom identification (with hot apple cider) followed by a guided mushroom walk. Dress for weather and terrain. Subject to cancelation due to weather. Ages 12 and up (children must be accompanied by an adult). No dogs. 10 a.m.–1 p.m. VanDamme State Park. 8001 CA-1, Little River. RSVP required: [email protected] or (707) 937-4700. Or, choose between two trails at Anderson Marsh State Historic Park. All ages welcome. Dress for weather and terrain. Water, snacks, and binoculars recommended. Noon. On Hwy. 53, between Lower Lake and Clearlake. andersonmarsh.org/event/109.